Maltese Joe's Pool Challenge
Alternative title: 3D Pool
Platform: Amstrad CPC
Region: United Kingdom
Media: Floppy
Controller: Keyboard
Genre: Simulation, 3D, Pool
Gametype: Licensed
Release Year: 1989
Developer: Aardvark Software
Publisher: Firebird
Players: 1
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Think you're hot stuff? huh?

Well here's your chance to prove it. European champion "Maltest Joe" Barbara is waiting to rack-em-up and blow you out.

Unlike any other pool simulation, 3D Pool incorporates a unique "move around the table" feature - allowing shots to be played from any position, just like in the real game.

The problem with most snooker and pool games is that you can't move around the table, but you can in this game. You can take part in a tournament against several other players, all battling to face the champion, Maltese Joe. Alternatively, you can practice, or even try out fifteen trick shots – you can design your own as well. The 3D nature of the game makes it a little difficult to aim your shots, and it isn't helped by the other players being pretty good. The graphics are blocky and a bit slow, despite the four-colour mode being used, and there are hardly any sound effects and music, but it's still not a bad game.
